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Skydance Plans Launch of Bundled Paramount+, HBO Max in Early 2027
Variety • • business
Key Points:
- Skydance announced plans to launch a bundled subscription service combining Paramount+ and HBO Max by early 2027, allowing consumers to access both platforms for a single price.
- This move aims to enhance competitiveness against streaming giants like Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video by uniting HBO Max's premium storytelling with Paramount+'s diverse programming.
- HBO Max is known for shows like "House of Dragons," "Game of Thrones," and talk shows by Bill Maher and John Oliver, while Paramount+ offers CBS, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central content, and franchises like "Star Trek."
- Skydance has not confirmed whether existing bundles, such as HBO Max's current package with Disney+ and Hulu, will be discontinued following this new bundled offering.
- The company plans to provide more details on the bundle and its streaming strategy in the coming months.
